New studies show that one shot of a vaccine can greatly amplify antibody levels in those who have recovered from the coronavirus. By Apoorva Mandavilli Nearly 30 million people in the United States — and
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People Who Have Had Covid Should Get Single Vaccine Dose, Studies Suggest
New studies show that one shot of a vaccine can greatly amplify antibody levels in those who have recovered from the coronavirus. By Apoorva Mandavilli At least 30 million people in the United States —
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Frustration and at times resentment among those struggling to get a shot, and tempered elation on the other side of the divide. A drive-through Covid vaccination and testing site at Dodger Stadium in Los Angeles
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